Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Independence Construction is growing! Our Columbus, OH team is looking to add a seasoned project manager to our team.

As a Project Manager you are responsible for all aspects of multiple construction projects for the duration of projects assigned; lead the project teams with the project executive(s) and represent Independence Construction to the client; work with IC executives on business development to secure future work.

• Develop Site Specific Safety Plans with Project Team, with assistance from company Safety personnel. Ensure safety is discussed at project morning huddles
• Work with estimating department on project bids and pre-construction phase for assigned projects. Assist in preparing Bid Packaging strategies and bidding Scopes of Work
• Prepare and review project schedules from pre-construction phase through close-out
• Working with estimating department, Initiate and award subcontracts to vendors and subcontractors during pre-construction phase; issue change orders as necessary.
• Develop and revise project budgets, as necessary
• On a monthly basis, prepare, monitor, and present Job Cost reports (i.e., budgets, GC expenditures, budget revisions, change orders and gross profit projections) for all projects assigned to Management and Company Controller
• Act as liaison with Owner/Architect for projects assigned
• Develop and Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) utilized on projects
• Administer and monitor compliance with construction contracts with Owners, subcontractors, and vendors; provide timely written notices in accordance with project manual and contract requirements
• Construction documentation management, including but not limited to applying for building permits, surveys, testing and inspections, in conjunction with projects’ superintendents
• Coordinate and expedite materials and services for the job sites, in conjunction with superintendents
• Manage labor relations and work with appropriate internal personnel to resolve labor issues
• Analyze actual costs to estimates and document variances
• Prepare and update cash flow projections and if required using a cost-loaded schedule
• Oversee, manage and/or complete change management processes
• Review and coordinate structural, architectural and MEP drawings throughout project
• Oversee the MEP Coordination process and 3D or BIM utilization to assure project coordination is accurately being implemented
• Manage the Job Close out Process including Contracts with Owner, subcontractors and vendors, and obtain all necessary warrantees and releases
• With company and project executives, perform business development functions to obtain future work
• Travel within a 2-hour radius may be required.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering; 7+ years’ experience in progressively responsible roles in construction management or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to deal with situations involving sensitive and confidential company issues
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels, both internally and externally
• Knowledge of budgeting and expense control
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Able to write reports, business correspondence
• Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
• Knowledge of all different construction delivery systems